KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The Chiefs secured their right tackle with a pay cut, silencing trade rumors post a 40-22 Super Bowl LIX loss, sources told ESPN. His heartfelt letter to fans reaffirms his commitment.
He wrote, “Thank you, Veach, for giving me the chance to prove myself again—I won’t let you down,” addressing Chiefs Kingdom. The 27-year-old’s $18 million cap hit frees $6.7 million, per Spotrac.
His loyalty mirrors his 2024 restructure, creating $5.3 million in cap room. “He’s a team-first guy,” Andy Reid said, praising his dedication to protecting Patrick Mahomes’ 4,803-yard season, per Chiefs.com.
The ex-Jaguar posted a 68.2 PFF grade in 2024, allowing four sacks despite 12 penalties. His steady presence outpaces backups like D.J. Humphries, per Pro-Football-Reference.
Chiefs Kingdom flooded social media: “He’s all-in for KC!” fans cheered, per local reports. The pay cut aids targets like Jadeveon Clowney, complementing rookie Josh Simmons, per Arrowhead Pride.
His letter vowed to “fight harder” post-Super Bowl loss. With $11.2 million in cap space, Kansas City eyes secondary depth, bolstered by his protection for Mahomes, per NFL.com.
As Kansas City builds for 2025, his sacrifice signals unity. His pledge fuels Chiefs Kingdom’s hunger for Super Bowl LX redemption. Stay tuned to ESPN!
